Security Officer

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Security Officer, you will help the healthcare enterprise remain a safe place. You will maintain a safe and secure environment for medical staff, employees, patients, and visitors by patrolling the premises, managing visitors, and observing and reporting activities and incidents at the assigned site. Our officer will preserve order and act to enforce regulations when assistance is requested by medical staff and employees, responding rapidly to security emergencies within the hospital or other healthcare settings. It is expected that the security officer will demonstrate behavior consistent with CommonSpirit Health core values and humankindness. The security officer shall support CommonSpirit Health's strategic plan and the goals and direction of quality improvement and process improvement activities. Every day you will ensure a safe and secure environment for medical staff, employees, patients, and visitors within the hospital or healthcare setting. To be successful in this role, you must have proactive security measures, strong interpersonal skills, keen observation, and adherence to protocols. Key Responsibilities Protect staff, patients, and visitors by responding to calls for assistance in a timely and prudent manner to incidents such as violent or unruly patients, visitors, crimes committed or in progress, opening doors, and responding to emergency codes. Patrol the facility and grounds by foot or vehicle, monitor security alarms, and dispatch officers promptly to locations where needed, reporting unsafe acts or conditions. Apply knowledge of emergency procedures, equipment, and supplies; report HIPAA breaches when witnessed; investigate security breaches; conduct follow‑up investigations; and write incident reports. Log all activities in a daily log to accurately record events and complete clear, concise, and legible reports in a timely manner, using appropriate emergency and radio codes in dispatching security officers while knowing the hospital campus to ensure dispatches are to the correct location. Job Requirements Required High School Diploma or GED. Six (6) months experience as a security officer in a hospital or healthcare setting, prior law enforcement or military service; or one (1) year experience as a security officer. American Heart Association‑issued Basic Life Support (BLS) card within 90 days of hire. Preferred Arizona State Driver's License with a satisfactory DMV report. International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Basic Training for Healthcare Security Officer. Basic Health Care Security Officer (BSO) certification. Where You'll Work St. Joseph's Westgate Medical Center, located conveniently off Loop 101 and Glendale Avenue in Glendale, Arizona. The 60,000 square foot, 24‑bed inpatient hospital is part of Dignity Health’s West Valley expansion. Where You'll Make a Difference A Culture of Partnership and Humankindness: You'll be part of a team that truly believes in collaboration, actively partnering with patients and physicians to craft a seamless continuum of care. Innovating for the Future: Westgate is equipped with state‑of‑the‑art facilities designed for patient safety, satisfaction, and medical efficiency. The Power of a World‑Class Network: Westgate is connected to St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, offering access to nationally recognized quaternary care, medical education, and research, including the Barrow Neurological Institute and a Level I Trauma Center. Opportunity for Growth: With future expansion plans, your career at Westgate will evolve alongside the organization, providing an environment for learning, growth, and shaping the future of healthcare in the West Valley. Pay Range $18.00 ‑ $24.41 /hour #J-18808-Ljbffr